PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER – UNITAMS
Job Opening
| Job Opening Number | 22-Programme Management-UNITAMS-187941-J-Khartoum (M) |
| Job Code Title | PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT OFFICER |
| Department/Office | United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan |
| Duty Station | KHARTOUM |
| Posting Period | 14 August 2022 – 27 August 2022 |
| Staffing Exercise | N/A |
Org. Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS). The United Nations Security Council adopted resolution 2579 (2021) authorizing the mandate of UNITAMS which is to assist the political transition, progress towards democratic governance, in the protection and promotion of human rights, and sustainable peace; support peace processes and implementation of future peace agreements; assist peacebuilding, civilian protection and rule of law, in particular in Blue Nile and South Kordofan (the Two Areas) and Darfur; and support the mobilisation of economic and development assistance and coordination of humanitarian assistance.
Under the supervision of the Senior Mission Planning Officer and overall direction of the Chief of Staff, the incumbent will oversee results-based management and accountability for the newly-established UNITAMS Trust Fund.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Programme Management Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
Serving as the focal point for the Mission’s use of extra-budgetary programmatic resources and for the Multi-Partner Trust Fund Office, develop and maintain an overview of the utilization of extra-budgetary programmatic funds supporting UNITAMS Good Offices functions and other priority activities through the UNITAMS Trust Fund;
Undertake necessary planning and coordination with Mission Support and substantive leads, to facilitate timely allocation and use of Trust Funds resources in line with terms of the Donor Agreement and Multi-Partner-Trust-Fund and applicable internal rules and regulations;
As required, participates in the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual programme/projects; monitors and analyzes overall implementation of approved programme/projects; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes and takes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up;
Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources;
Assists in policy development on issues relevant to the position, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies, with a view to drawing on best practices and advising on operating resource management procedures and internal guidance as needed;
In promoting use of data for evidence-based management, in line with UNITAMS’ commitment to the Secretary-General’s Data Strategy, undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions;
Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.;
Provides substantive support to the Mission’s Senior Allocation Group (SAG) overseeing the allocation of Trust Fund resources and other meetings, conferences, etc., including proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, and follow up on decisions;
Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars; and makes presentations on assigned topics/activities related to the management of the Trust Fund;
Participates in or assist field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, advocates and promotes the work of the Mission etc.;
In coordination with the Finance and Budget Section, coordinates activities related to programme/project preparation, submissions, progress reports and financial statements, and coordinate the preparations of related internal and external reports on the performance of funds allocated through the Trust Fund; and
Performs other duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of the theories, concepts and approaches relevant to donor fund management and donor relations. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues / problems. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Planning and organization: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different approaches to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, management, economics, development, political science, international relations or a related field. A first level university degree with a combination of two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, monitoring and evaluation, administration or related area is required.
At least one (1) year of experience serving in a UN common system field operation, preferably in a conflict or post-conflict setting, is desirable.
Experience in design or implementation of initiatives to improve data-driven decision-making is desirable.
Familiarity with Umoja systems for grant management is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English, (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
• This position is temporarily available until 31 December 2022 with possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as “retirement.” Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
• The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
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